Boston Marathon History

4/15/2013 4:56:00 PM

The Boston Marathon has traditionally been held on Patriot’s Day, which is celebrated on the third Monday in April and commemorates the battles of Lexington and Concord on April 19, 1775. Read the interesting history of the marathon’s beginnings in 1897, the route that was established, and the changes to the event over the years. If you are so inspired, click on B.A.A. Programs to find training regimens for beginning, intermediate, and advanced marathoners.